Wonderful bag. For spending an hour in the livingroom setting it up. Then walking 20mins in the park without doing anything. Or to show off to friends and neighbors. But then, when you *really* try to use it outdoors you realize you can't get to any your gear without unfolding it every damn time, that if you hang it up for the night you wont have it with you, but the ants will have it all night, that midnight when you look for something, stuff will fall out from those vertically zipped mesh pockets, that it's already full, yet you carry nothing beyond small stuff. That the front puch has no dimenson and useless, that if you camp out longer than 2 days you will abandon all this neat over-organization and just throw stuff in as you go. But that's fine, since you don't have food, a blanket, any other clothes, you will chack into a motel...and for that it's an awesome bag.
Exactly, perfect comment. For me, something that has name "bug out" and does not have loops on the bag top and bottom to add for example blanket misses the point, regardless of how many M4 pouches or sitting mats included.. Get a Ratel Mk 2 from Helikon for same capacity, half the price and double the value/versatility/usefulness.
The best feature of this bag is it doesn’t look tactical. It would be a great get home bag to leave in your vehicle. It would work in an urban or woodland environment. I like it. Good review
Thanks for watching Dave - check out this review from the guys who work at Helikon - they use it in more tactical way: ruclips.net/video/OpcQppNBbEI/видео.html
_Does not have that "Bushcraft Aesthetics" look however, who cares if organization is your concern. Looks more like a "Urban Commuter bag." Good choice for the uses you have intended it for._
Without a waist strap its pointless. I have hiked through the Atlas mountains and for even the smallest trip I would NEVER entertain a pack without a waist strap and don't take any person seriously who would recommend such a pack.
I like the design, but no matter what kind of zippers they have in it, (including YKK) sooner or later they will break. Seems like a big mistake not to add compression straps to the outside to take pressure off the full length zippers. It's nice having a sleek pack, but sleek don't help ya when the zippers blow out....I guess the 2 inner compression straps help a bit...I just wouldn't trust them.
Great video Tim, thanks for sharing. It’s nice to see these little less obvious “hidden gem” product reviews instead of being the 20th person to review the latest olight. It would be great if you could seek out some more of these less obvious choices of gear and often overlooked pieces of kit ( instead of the usual suspects and mainstream brands). I hope this bag provides some inspiration to Canadian Prepper for his next iteration of his already excellent bug out roll. His concept with some shoulder straps and Molle would be awesome.
Too pricey for me, but good video and I do like the concept of the pack being able to be opened up. You can see everything and yet it retains the pouches and bags inside with the MOLLE webbing so nothing falls out. This negates having to go thru the annoying process of emptying the bag or to fish around for things. Makes it possible to layout your gear, organize everything and not guess if you packed something or not.
What I like is how organized you can keep your gear. I also like you can hang it up to get to your gear easier. Looks like great pack. Thanks for the great review/video! Very versatile! Down side is the price!
i love the way it opens up and all the molle attachments on the inside but could do with webbing attachments on the outside they should make a v2 of this back
Bags that only retain their closed shape with a zipper are solely dependent on the zipper. If the bag is marketed to be used for the potentially worst days of your life, you are relying on a zipper to keep your shit together. Think about that. Why would anyone use any backpack that isn't a tube design for emergency use? They aren't convenient, they aren't fancy, but they will hold together in the worst of conditions.
Sean M Really interesting point. Thanks for sharing that. That’s what I love about the community here - we’re always sharing and learning from one another.
I absolutely love the modular convenience of this bag, but the zippers are the downfall... convenient for sure, but a zipper failure could be disastrous.
I love the look of that backpack, but the only thing it is missing is the lower part which don't have the straps to connect to the lower part of the body. The bag I have and purchased at the local military base is the type which we use in the military and I am use to.
I like this bag! That pad with the strap is actually ment to be worn around your waist so it is alwahs there to sit on. I think it has good potential for a bush bag, if it were cheaper it would be even better!
Looks like a great bag. I live in the city so no need for bushcraft but looks like it would make an excellent “ grey man “ get home bag, especially with those AR mag pouched. Will definitely look into it further. Thanks for sharing
Was watching some of your other videos and have subscribed. Really like the overall honesty and details in most all your reviews. Good content and can tell you really enjoy the outdoors and the quality of the product you are checking out. Great work.
Love the pack. If one did blow out a zipper it looks like the situation could be easily remedied at least temporarily with a sewing kit an some toggles.
What do I think of it?....I’ve purchased one and it arrived today. It will now be my one and only ‘Go To’ bag. Great size, reasonable price and the best bag I’ve seen for functionality. Thanks for your review.
Really like the pack setup. But I am already set up very well with a 5:11 RUSH MOAB 10 that I added a belt to by passing it through the hide away pocket for the shoulder strap not in use. Unbelievably comfortable and putting most of the weight onto the waist. However I am short at 5" and likely this wouldn't work for average height people. Friends always try to have a whistle and headlight with your pack first aid kits. You might not be the only one to need to grab the first aid kit. I experienced not having them with the kit once and things would have been better if those items would have been included.
I have a hill people Prairy belt so I sent for 3 esential canteen bags and a first aid kit . in one I put a light sleep system, in the other cooking and fire stuff and the other my EDC OLYMPUS TG5 camera , MONOPOD etrex , compass and ham Radio. THIS GOES IN MU PACK BUT ITS ALSO A RECON EDC PACK.
I was thinking the same thing about the CP roll. It kinda looks like a throwback 80’s pack with the design on the outside. Which I’m a big fan of. Nice setup👍
Seems like good pricing for a high quality bag for its intended purpose. If I were to ever buy a bag in this price range it probably would be this one. I’m a big advocate for putting good money into good tools. For a backpack intended to be something for a potential life or death scenario you want to definitely have a good product. That being said it’ll be awhile before I spend money like that for that bag. If I were traveling cross country I for sure would but I don’t get out a ton. Thanks for the review man!
I like the fact it is totally tactical but does not look it even tho it is a great color it won't give you away in a crowd. Very good concept in a pack
great vid and review as always. helikon tex have other packs that you should check out. they also have tactical apparel too. their price point and the quality of their products are also top notch.
@@EverydayTacticalVids looking forward to that video Tim. I just hope they have a distributor here in the Philippines. Thanks to your response. Mabuhay!
It looks great, but you didn’t tell us what pouches were built in, and the ones you added. I saw one with a different name, but was confused as to what came with, and What didn’t. I’m assuming the two bottom middle pouches were added..., great video otherwise. I like this company, I have the Satchel by them.
I can totally agree with your assessment of the bag and it's layout, However, I just can't wrap my head around dishing out $144 for a bag. It would be the layout only that i am most interested in... i'll stick with my 3V Gear bag(s) & dry bag bag's for organization. as usual Tim, great vid & information thanks much.
Utube didn’t send me this video checked and I’m subscribed bad utube bad ☹️ it’s a cool bag for anything except a bugout bag it’s just a little small for bugging 🤪
Helikon Tex makes really great stuff! I have some of there pouches, and their Bushcraft satchel . The only critique I would even say is that if the satchel was 1000D... Nice looking pack and great vid thanks Tim
Nice pack, I’ve tried many pack and I’ve found that the Canadian 82 pattern ruck works for me. You see all the expensive packs set up like mine but at a fraction of the cost and you get 3 exterior pockets (2sides pass behind for tools) a large bucket and 2 pockets in the lid. Also space for a bedroll at the bottom. It’s fairly light, distributes weight on the hips and at 35 lbs with water an axe and food it’s a joy to carry. I guess I’ll have to put out a video of my kit and pack. It’s inspiration comes from the pathfinder school and corporals corner. Hit the like button for a video and I’ll try to make one. Thanks
Nice pack. I personally think the back panel is wasted space. If they added top/bottom dual access zip pouches on the inside of the back panel they would be very close to the perfect pack. This way small items could quickly be accessed from the top when the pack is not fully open or when the pack is fully open hanging on a tree. What do you think?
This company are the almost guys everything i have by them are almost great but fall short sadly,outter molle and zippered side pockets like a rush 24 youd have a great pack
I'm curious about your take on having the majority of your equipment on the inside versus additional attachment points for small bags on the outside (like molle)?
Great video and share, appreciate it. Looks like a nice bag, question.......how does the belt strap work, the packs I own have a padded strap, especially if your clipping at a good pace, don’t want something cutting into your waist. Again, thank you, enjoy your videos....:)
It ends up to just be a Walmart brand - I don't have it on me now and I'm away, but I think it's maybe George (that's the brand). The cost was like $14. I looked around for something similar on-line but couldn't find anything near that cost. I found one sort of similar but it was $40.
Hi Bud, Can you tell what Fleece you’re wearing in this RUclips clip please ? Also, if able as this message is coming from the other side of ‘The Pond’, could you include a Link if poss? Great informative vid - Happy with That! Many thanks & Best regards.
Literally the only thing I cared about in this video. These preppers buy more crap than they could possibly ever actually use to know whether or not it's any good. Case in point....this entire set up is brand new and obviously nothing in that pack has ever been used. At least he's actually wearing the fleece.
Not for me my friend,you'd want to be working at NASA or at least have a Degree from MIT to find the zips and your gear,even you looked confused about it at one point.I have Wenger back packs very well made and very sturdy.Stay safe.
This is one of the best small packs I've ever seen. Very diverse. It's a little pricey, but I hope it's the build quality that helps jake the price.
Agree. This pack is really a great piece of kit.
Wonderful bag. For spending an hour in the livingroom setting it up. Then walking 20mins in the park without doing anything. Or to show off to friends and neighbors.
But then, when you *really* try to use it outdoors you realize you can't get to any your gear without unfolding it every damn time, that if you hang it up for the night you wont have it with you, but the ants will have it all night, that midnight when you look for something, stuff will fall out from those vertically zipped mesh pockets, that it's already full, yet you carry nothing beyond small stuff. That the front puch has no dimenson and useless, that if you camp out longer than 2 days you will abandon all this neat over-organization and just throw stuff in as you go.
But that's fine, since you don't have food, a blanket, any other clothes, you will chack into a motel...and for that it's an awesome bag.
Exactly, perfect comment. For me, something that has name "bug out" and does not have loops on the bag top and bottom to add for example blanket misses the point, regardless of how many M4 pouches or sitting mats included.. Get a Ratel Mk 2 from Helikon for same capacity, half the price and double the value/versatility/usefulness.
when I saw how it opened up, my first thought was that Canadian Prepper is going to have some serious competition
Hmm a sleepingbag + tent/hammock + termarest/inflateble underlay. Would like to see how that could fit on the bag
Poorly, but it’s also not the intended use. I’m gonna try myself
The best feature of this bag is it doesn’t look tactical. It would be a great get home bag to leave in your vehicle. It would work in an urban or woodland environment. I like it. Good review
Thanks for watching Dave - check out this review from the guys who work at Helikon - they use it in more tactical way: ruclips.net/video/OpcQppNBbEI/видео.html
Love this bag, it is a bag thatI have alway had in mine but did not know how to make it. I'am glad some one read my mine.
I can see why this would make a really good first responder bag.
Nice pack thanks for the review!
What do you think? I'd be interested to see how you guys might utilize this bag.
_Does not have that "Bushcraft Aesthetics" look however, who cares if organization is your concern. Looks more like a "Urban Commuter bag." Good choice for the uses you have intended it for._
What brand is that sweater? Really like it.
Without a waist strap its pointless. I have hiked through the Atlas mountains and for even the smallest trip I would NEVER entertain a pack without a waist strap and don't take any person seriously who would recommend such a pack.
@@tonyhind6992 I don't think I would use it for a longer hike either. I don't think it was designed with that in mind.
I like the design, but no matter what kind of zippers they have in it, (including YKK) sooner or later they will break. Seems like a big mistake not to add compression straps to the outside to take pressure off the full length zippers. It's nice having a sleek pack, but sleek don't help ya when the zippers blow out....I guess the 2 inner compression straps help a bit...I just wouldn't trust them.
Great video Tim, thanks for sharing. It’s nice to see these little less obvious “hidden gem” product reviews instead of being the 20th person to review the latest olight. It would be great if you could seek out some more of these less obvious choices of gear and often overlooked pieces of kit ( instead of the usual suspects and mainstream brands).
I hope this bag provides some inspiration to Canadian Prepper for his next iteration of his already excellent bug out roll. His concept with some shoulder straps and Molle would be awesome.
Agreed - his concept for the roll is excellent. And this one seems like the pack form of it.
Here we see a b.o.b fanboiin the wild
Too pricey for me, but good video and I do like the concept of the pack being able to be opened up. You can see everything and yet it retains the pouches and bags inside with the MOLLE webbing so nothing falls out. This negates having to go thru the annoying process of emptying the bag or to fish around for things. Makes it possible to layout your gear, organize everything and not guess if you packed something or not.
Awesome bag! I also like that it's not completely tactical looking, so it would work well in an urban environment too. Nice!!
I agree. It is more subdued than some other bags.
Great bag.
Good to see you’re still rocking the Brakimo.
👍🏼👍🏼
What I like is how organized you can keep your gear. I also like you can hang it up to get to your gear easier. Looks like great pack. Thanks for the great review/video! Very versatile! Down side is the price!
Yeah - it's not super-cheap, but as they say Buy Once, Cry Once.
Perfect for my bailout gear!
Agreed
i love the way it opens up and all the molle attachments on the inside but could do with webbing attachments on the outside they should make a v2 of this back
Bags that only retain their closed shape with a zipper are solely dependent on the zipper. If the bag is marketed to be used for the potentially worst days of your life, you are relying on a zipper to keep your shit together. Think about that. Why would anyone use any backpack that isn't a tube design for emergency use? They aren't convenient, they aren't fancy, but they will hold together in the worst of conditions.
Sean M Really interesting point. Thanks for sharing that. That’s what I love about the community here - we’re always sharing and learning from one another.
Thats what compression straps are for
I absolutely love the modular convenience of this bag, but the zippers are the downfall... convenient for sure, but a zipper failure could be disastrous.
I love the look of that backpack, but the only thing it is missing is the lower part which don't have the straps to connect to the lower part of the body. The bag I have and purchased at the local military base is the type which we use in the military and I am use to.
That is a sweet pack! Love the way the interior is set up. Good stuff.
I like this bag! That pad with the strap is actually ment to be worn around your waist so it is alwahs there to sit on. I think it has good potential for a bush bag, if it were cheaper it would be even better!
Thanks for this. So good. Ordered one.
Excellent- enjoy
Great vid fella. Cracking over view of the bag... Looks like a very useful rucksack
Looks like a great bag. I live in the city so no need for bushcraft but looks like it would make an excellent “ grey man “ get home bag, especially with those AR mag pouched. Will definitely look into it further.
Thanks for sharing
Agreed - I think it has urban applications as well. I plan to shoot another video using it in more of an emergency bag type set up
Was watching some of your other videos and have subscribed. Really like the overall honesty and details in most all your reviews. Good content and can tell you really enjoy the outdoors and the quality of the product you are checking out. Great work.
Mantap bagus 👍
Great review. Thanks!
WOW Wow wow !!!!. what a Gr8 Bag & review . This is a "THE TOP MOST BEST" review of the YEAR 2018 SO far for me on YT . Thanks Tim
Thanks IP!
I ordered this bag for work. Its great for quick use mas casualty training
Very cool bag!! Looks well built.
Love the pack. If one did blow out a zipper it looks like the situation could be easily remedied at least temporarily with a sewing kit an some toggles.
What do I think of it?....I’ve purchased one and it arrived today. It will now be my one and only ‘Go To’ bag. Great size, reasonable price and the best bag I’ve seen for functionality. Thanks for your review.
Robert Butcher Glad you’re liking it Robert
Really like the pack setup. But I am already set up very well with a 5:11 RUSH MOAB 10 that I added a belt to by passing it through the hide away pocket for the shoulder strap not in use. Unbelievably comfortable and putting most of the weight onto the waist. However I am short at 5" and likely this wouldn't work for average height people. Friends always try to have a whistle and headlight with your pack first aid kits. You might not be the only one to need to grab the first aid kit. I experienced not having them with the kit once and things would have been better if those items would have been included.
eberlestock warhammer is number one
I have a hill people Prairy belt so I sent for 3 esential canteen bags and a first aid kit . in one I put a light sleep system, in the other cooking and fire stuff and the other my EDC OLYMPUS TG5 camera , MONOPOD etrex , compass and ham Radio.
THIS GOES IN MU PACK BUT ITS ALSO A RECON EDC PACK.
I've been watching a few of your video's and they are all very well thought out. Keep up the great work and thank you for keeping us informed.
Awesome pack
Great video
Hello Tim, I just saw your video on the new Helikon bag. I like the set up. Thank you for sharing. Take care and be safe out there. 🤗
Thanks Ronald.
I'm enthused over thedesign/functionality. Check out the Plano PLAB18800 Z-Series as a fold-up to stuff between the pack and external pouch.
I was thinking the same thing about the CP roll. It kinda looks like a throwback 80’s pack with the design on the outside. Which I’m a big fan of. Nice setup👍
Beautiful kit. HT is bulletproof gear. D😎🇺🇸 Portland Oregon
Small pack for bushcrafting like nice🙏👍
Seems like good pricing for a high quality bag for its intended purpose. If I were to ever buy a bag in this price range it probably would be this one. I’m a big advocate for putting good money into good tools. For a backpack intended to be something for a potential life or death scenario you want to definitely have a good product. That being said it’ll be awhile before I spend money like that for that bag. If I were traveling cross country I for sure would but I don’t get out a ton. Thanks for the review man!
Good call - buy once, cry once.
That would make a great hunting pack. For rifle or bow.
Agreed
I like the fact it is totally tactical but does not look it even tho it is a great color it won't give you away in a crowd. Very good concept in a pack
Looks like it's got waist belt attachment loops too
great vid and review as always. helikon tex have other packs that you should check out. they also have tactical apparel too. their price point and the quality of their products are also top notch.
Yeah, I'm hoping to check out one of their daypacks soon as well
@@EverydayTacticalVids looking forward to that video Tim. I just hope they have a distributor here in the Philippines. Thanks to your response. Mabuhay!
It looks great, but you didn’t tell us what pouches were built in, and the ones you added. I saw one with a different name, but was confused as to what came with, and What didn’t. I’m assuming the two bottom middle pouches were added..., great video otherwise. I like this company, I have the Satchel by them.
Go to military 1st link provided and watch the video for an answer your question about provided pouches.
great piece of kit
This seems like a merchants/trader backpack.
I like it, very creative design.
looks good. maybe a vanquest killer at this price.
I can totally agree with your assessment of the bag and it's layout, However, I just can't wrap my head around dishing out $144 for a bag. It would be the layout only that i am most interested in... i'll stick with my 3V Gear bag(s) & dry bag bag's for organization. as usual Tim, great vid & information thanks much.
Looks a great bag , thanks for review
Thanks for watching.
How is the pathfinder canteen attached? Because the molle on the back of that pouch is not functional.
Would make a great hunting pack ... perfect for treestand
agreed.
Utube didn’t send me this video checked and I’m subscribed bad utube bad ☹️ it’s a cool bag for anything except a bugout bag it’s just a little small for bugging 🤪
Nice small pack.my osprey is perfect for my gear tho
Can ya put pistol mags in there instead of the AR mags?
Helikon Tex makes really great stuff! I have some of there pouches, and their Bushcraft satchel . The only critique I would even say is that if the satchel was 1000D... Nice looking pack and great vid thanks Tim
Eric Rosbottom I agree on their quality. I have a set of there woodland BDUs and their training mini rig. I love their stuff.
Quality seems good so far - I'll report in after some more use.
@EverydayTacticalVids any update on the pack? Looking to possibly get one myself but I'm curious about how it holds up overtime
That’s a well thought out bag. Many possibilities.
Wow! Just went on Amazon. This bag is $479 in Canada lol.
wow!
the hell?! its like 130€€ right now...
Nice pack, I’ve tried many pack and I’ve found that the Canadian 82 pattern ruck works for me. You see all the expensive packs set up like mine but at a fraction of the cost and you get 3 exterior pockets (2sides pass behind for tools) a large bucket and 2 pockets in the lid. Also space for a bedroll at the bottom. It’s fairly light, distributes weight on the hips and at 35 lbs with water an axe and food it’s a joy to carry. I guess I’ll have to put out a video of my kit and pack. It’s inspiration comes from the pathfinder school and corporals corner. Hit the like button for a video and I’ll try to make one. Thanks
I think it’s freakin awesome!
I think the first part you detach its kind of mini chest rig.
Indeed. Just not something I’ll use in a Bushcraft setting. But good call - I should have mentioned that.
Are all the inner pouches removable and movable?
It woukd make a perfect toiletry bag too........
Nice pack. I personally think the back panel is wasted space. If they added top/bottom dual access zip pouches on the inside of the back panel they would be very close to the perfect pack. This way small items could quickly be accessed from the top when the pack is not fully open or when the pack is fully open hanging on a tree. What do you think?
I like that idea - a few more access points would be nice.
This company are the almost guys everything i have by them are almost great but fall short sadly,outter molle and zippered side pockets like a rush 24 youd have a great pack
How make emergency backpack for eartquake or natural disaster?
Videos on this coming soon.
Wow Really awesome Kizer🔪 review"!!!
Sponsored by, not review of. More Kizer review are in the mix though - Megatherium is next.
@@EverydayTacticalVids ok!!!
I want one of these to slide inside an Entity!
I'm curious about your take on having the majority of your equipment on the inside versus additional attachment points for small bags on the outside (like molle)?
What jacket are you wearing?
$135-150 for this pack. They look cool.
Its great to see it that way, because photos arent so good ;-)
I think this is a part of direct action packs. I'm not sure.
where is the sleeping sistem going to fit? get a Costco quilt and a poncho please.
Do you think there would be enough space to squeeze a wool blanket in/on the pack somewhere?
Thank you let us now
could be a good edc pack
Nice bag. What about sleeping bag of some type? One is needed for long term bug out. Thanks
Yeah, that could be squeezed in or attached on the outside some way.
$144... ill stick with the Condor urban go pack $75
Do U like NatureHike products ???
Thanks for the awesome review.
Never heard of them.
@@EverydayTacticalVids
One of your accesory bags has the logo for NatureHike.
Where did u say u can get that bag again?
Link is in the description section but here's the website: www.military1st.com/pl-bob-nl-12-helikon-bail-out-bag-backpack-adaptive-green.html
That sir is good
Michael Lanning agreed
amaizing pack
I dig
What is that fleece you’re wearing!? I need that lol.
Great video and share, appreciate it. Looks like a nice bag, question.......how does the belt strap work, the packs I own have a padded strap, especially if your clipping at a good pace, don’t want something cutting into your waist. Again, thank you, enjoy your videos....:)
This one does not have a waist strap actually. It's not built for carrying long distances IMHO.
EverydayTacticalVids that’s too bad, great bag✌🏻✌🏻
Nice!!!
Side note, what jacket is that you're wearing?
I like good 👍
Hi Tim, what fleece/jacket are you wearing in this vid? Looks awesome! Sorry if you said what it was and I missed it.
Not sure of the brand but I'll see. I know my friend has one like this from Patagonia i.e. Patagucci.
@@EverydayTacticalVids Ok thanks
It ends up to just be a Walmart brand - I don't have it on me now and I'm away, but I think it's maybe George (that's the brand). The cost was like $14. I looked around for something similar on-line but couldn't find anything near that cost. I found one sort of similar but it was $40.
@@EverydayTacticalVids Alright, thanks very much
How the stitching on it? I have some of their clothing which I really like but the stitching is crap
This seems solid so far. I'll let you know after some longer use.
Hi Bud, Can you tell what Fleece you’re wearing in this RUclips clip please ? Also, if able as this message is coming from the other side of ‘The Pond’, could you include a Link if poss? Great informative vid - Happy with That! Many thanks & Best regards.
I was looking around for it for oversea, but I can't find anything like it. It's just a Walmart brand one. Cost me like $14 if I recall.
@@EverydayTacticalVids Excellent for 14.00 bucks.
ZIPPERS ZIPPERS No thanks
Good video good sales pitch
Take care
Nice
what jacket do you have on?
What Fleece is that Tim?
Literally the only thing I cared about in this video. These preppers buy more crap than they could possibly ever actually use to know whether or not it's any good. Case in point....this entire set up is brand new and obviously nothing in that pack has ever been used. At least he's actually wearing the fleece.
What's the green thing on the side?
This right here - amzn.to/2DnI2D5 - figure 4
Not for me my friend,you'd want to be working at NASA or at least have a Degree from MIT to find the zips and your gear,even you looked confused about it at one point.I have Wenger back packs very well made and very sturdy.Stay safe.
What is it made out of is it heavy duty?
Nylon - yes, seems very solid.